KCCA STEPS UP INSPECTIONS TO EXPEDITE ROAD WORKS

Road construction on Portbell, Old Portbell, and Spring Roads in Nakawa Division is advancing steadily, thanks to new strategies by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).

Previously plagued by delays, the project now shows significant progress, bringing relief and optimism to the local community. With 60 percent of the drainage works completed, construction is well underway.

To make up for lost time, contractors have been ordered by KCCA to work day and night, supported by increased manpower and equipment, to ensure the project is finished by 2025

Additionally, KCCA is closely collaborating with all stakeholders and has introduced a more rigorous inspection regime to ensure quality and timeliness.

The rehabilitation of the Nakawa Railway Bridge on Portbell Road is also progressing well, on track for timely completion.

These development promises smoother and safer travel, bringing hope to Nakawa residents.

The roads are part of the Kampala City Roads Rehabilitation Project (KCRRP), aligned with the government’s 2021-2026 National Resistance Movement (NRM) manifesto, which aims to construct 100 kilometers of roads in the city.

Portbell Road is particularly strategic as it serves international traffic across Lake Victoria to Tanzania and Kenya, handling most of Uganda’s import and export trade through the inland port.

On July 17, KCCA Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka, Nakawa Town Clerk, and officials from the Directorate of Engineering and Technical Services toured the roads to assess progress. Their visit reaffirmed the commitment to improving the city's infrastructure for the benefit of its residents.

Kisaka emphasized the urgency of the project and highlighted the significant government investment. She also encouraged residents to cooperate with the contractors to ensure smooth construction.

The ED, challenged the contractor to ensure cleanliness of the sites reflecting a commitment to a tidier and more efficient work environment. By the end of September, residents can expect the beginning of the tarmacking process, with three kilometers set to be tarmacked by December 2024.